Reagan's Presidency and Policies

Flashcards covering key vocabulary and concepts related to Ronald Reagan's presidency and policies.

Civil Rights Movement

A struggle in the 1960s advocating for the rights of African Americans and against racial segregation.

Voting Rights Act of 1965

Legislation aimed at eliminating barriers to voting for African Americans.

Great Society

A set of domestic programs launched by President Lyndon B. Johnson to eliminate poverty and racial injustice.

Watergate Scandal

A major political scandal involving President Nixon's administration and the cover-up of the break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters.

Vietnam War

A conflict in Southeast Asia in which the U.S. intervened in support of South Vietnam against communist North Vietnam.

Brown v. Board of Education

A landmark Supreme Court case that declared racial segregation in public schools unconstitutional.

The Feminine Mystique

A book by Betty Friedan that challenged the traditional roles of women in society and ignited the feminist movement.

Roe v. Wade

A Supreme Court decision that legalized abortion nationwide, establishing a woman's right to choose.

Detente

A period of eased tensions between the U.S. and the Soviet Union during the Cold War.

Peace Corps

A volunteer program launched by Kennedy to provide assistance to developing countries.

Social Security Act

A 1935 act that established a system of old-age benefits for workers and benefits for the unemployed and disabled.

NAFTA

The North American Free Trade Agreement, implemented in 1994, aimed at reducing trade barriers between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.

Welfare Reform

Legislative changes in the 1990s that altered the welfare system, emphasizing work and personal responsibility.

Globalization

The increasing interconnectedness and interdependence of economies, cultures, and populations worldwide.

Terrorism

The unlawful use of violence and intimidation, especially against civilians, in pursuit of political aims.

Patriot Act

Legislation passed after 9/11 aimed at enhancing law enforcement's ability to prevent terrorism.

Affordable Care Act

A 2010 health care reform law aimed at providing more Americans with access to affordable health insurance.

Gulf War

A conflict in 1990-1991 when a coalition led by the U.S. fought Iraq in response to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait.

Chicano Movement

A civil rights movement that emerged in the 1960s, advocating for the rights of Mexican Americans.

NATO

The North Atlantic Treaty Organization, a military alliance established in 1949 for mutual defense.

Bipartisanship

The agreement or cooperation between two political parties that usually oppose each other's policies.

Social Movements

A collective effort by a large group of people to bring about or resist social change.

Feminism

A movement advocating for women's rights and equality in various aspects of life.

Environmental Movement

A social movement advocating for the protection of the environment and natural resources.

Asian American Movement

A movement in the late 20th century advocating for the rights and inclusion of Asian Americans.

No Child Left Behind Act

A 2001 education reform aiming to improve student achievement and accountability in schools.

Black Lives Matter

A movement advocating for the rights and lives of Black people, focusing on police violence and systemic racism.

LGBT Rights Movement

A movement seeking equal rights for individuals of various sexual orientations and gender identities.

Affordable Housing

Housing that is deemed affordable to those with a median household income, crucial in urban policy discussions.

Universal Basic Income (UBI)

A model of social security in which all citizens receive a regular, unconditional sum of money.

Climate Change

Long-term changes in temperature and climate patterns, significantly influenced by human activity.

Open Immigration Policy

An approach to immigration that allows free movement of people across borders.

Patent Reform

Changes to patent laws aiming to improve innovation and access to new technologies.

Media Bias

The perception or actual bias of journalists and news producers within the mass media.

Cybersecurity

The practice of protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks.

Digital Divide

The gap between those who have easy access to digital technology and those who do not.

Social Media's Impact on Politics

The influence of social media platforms on political discourse and public opinion formation.

Transgender Rights

Advocacy for the rights and recognition of transgender individuals in society.

Gun Control Movement

Advocacy for legislation to regulate the sale and ownership of firearms.

Healthcare Debate

Ongoing discussions over the type, availability, and quality of healthcare in the U.S.

Electoral College

A body of electors established by the U.S. Constitution that formally elects the President and Vice President.

Voter ID Laws

Legislation requiring individuals to present specific forms of identification to vote.

Millennial Generation

Individuals born between 1981 and 1996, often characterized by their use of technology and social consciousness.

Generation Z

Individuals born from the late 1990s to early 2010s, known for being digital natives and socially aware.

Income Inequality

The unequal distribution of income within a population, often leading to social issues.

Racial Profiling

The practice of targeting individuals for suspicion of crime based on their race or ethnicity.

Mass Incarceration

A term describing the substantial increase in the U.S. prison population from the late 20th century.

Gender Pay Gap

The average difference in pay between men and women within the workforce.